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Welcome to The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, a show that explores the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and personal growth. Hosted by visionary artist, author, and consciousness explorer Jake Kobrin, each episode offers a deep dive into the world of art, psychology, meditation, mind expansion, and alternative spiritual practices—focusing on helping listeners unlock their creative potential and explore their consciousness.
Jake, a long-time meditation practitioner and a curious student of various spiritual traditions, engages in conversations with thought leaders across creativity, consciousness research, and self-development. These discussions navigate topics as diverse as visionary art, psychology, and personal growth, while also touching on more numinous ideas from the world of shamanism and psychedelics, ceremonial magick, witchcraft, and occult philosophy.
Each episode balances real-world experiences with practical insights, giving listeners both a grounded understanding and the inspiration to apply these ideas and practices to their own lives, in the format of fascinating and engaging conversations and solo-episodes.
Whether you're an artist looking to ignite your creativity, a spiritual seeker exploring alternative practices, or someone on a path of self-actualization, The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast invites you to explore the transformative potential of both creative expression and spiritual practice. These conversations are designed to guide you toward greater mental clarity, personal power, and a deeper connection to both yourself and the world around you.
Tune in and join Jake Kobrin as he interviews artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, magicians, spiritual leaders, psychologists, and researchers, offering a grounded yet expansive exploration of magick, spirituality, creativity, and consciousness for today’s world.
Formerly known as “The Quarantine Sessions Podcast” and “The Temple of the Eternal Muse Podcast” started in 2020 by Jake Kobrin.
Subjects: Art, Magick, Psychedelics, Psychology, Mythology, Personal Development, Meditation, Spirituality, The Occult, Mysticism, Self Actualization, Bio-Hacking, Self-Help,
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What if the past isn't fixed, but constantly regenerated to explain the present? What if reality operates like a vast computation, maintaining coherence moment by moment, and your consciousness is part of that calculation? In this episode, we explore a radical framework drawn from chaos magic, synchronicity, and quantum weirdness: reality as a participatory process where coherence matters, observation shapes outcomes, and every conscious being gets a vote in what becomes real. Starting with...
In this live talk at The Fool in Berlin, I shared my transformational journey from being a depressed, suicidal teenager to discovering the life-changing power of ritual magic through Aleister Crowley's work. Drawing from my new book "The Path Within: Ritual Magick and the Gateway to Self-Mastery," I guided the audience through the rich history of Western esoteric tradition - from ancient Egyptian temples and Hermeticism to the Golden Dawn, Crowley's innovations, and modern Chaos Magic. I demo...
In this solo episode, I share ten honest lessons I’ve learned about love and relationships from reflecting on where things haven’t worked and what I’ve been learning along the way. I talk about themes like emotional regulation, boundaries, safety, intensity, and how to stay connected without losing attunement to the other person. This isn’t about any one relationship, but about the bigger patterns I’ve started to recognize in myself over time. I hope that by sharing these reflections, they mi...
"The wound is the place where the Light enters you." – Rumi In this essay, I reflect on the heartbreak that shattered me and became a profound initiation—what I now understand as a sacred wound. Through the lens of myth, poetry, psychology, and personal story, I explore how grief, when fully embraced, can become a teacher, a threshold, and even a source of creative power. I weave my own experience of devastating loss with the stories of Orpheus, Chiron, Rumi, Tristan and Isolde, and others wh...
In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, I spoke with James aka Entelecheia, and we spoke about the realization of potential, through the lens of Thelema and the path of True Will. Drawing from esoteric philosophy, magick, and self-actualization, we discuss what it truly means to align with your deepest purpose. Is True Will simply a matter of preference, or does it demand a deeper surrender to transformation? Join us as we unravel the process of destruction, initiation, a...
Welcome to this episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast for an inspiring conversation with mythologist, depth psychologist, and thought leader Erick Godsey. Though his words are often soft-spoken, their impact is profound—offering timeless wisdom on how to live your Dharma and create lasting "cathedrals" of purpose, meaning, and legacy. Erick’s insights are a beacon for anyone seeking to align with their authentic path, deepen their creativity, and reconnect with a sense o...
In this heartfelt episode of the Creativity and Consciousness podcast, me and my longtime friend Anson Phong explore the transformative power of meditation and the ways it shapes our responses to pain—physical and emotional. We talked about the rollercoaster of heartbreak, we discussed the art of nonreactivity in heated moments, and we reflected on how genuine human connection can become a catalyst for deep growth and healing. See more about Phong here: https://www.instagram.com/ansonphong/?...
In this illuminating episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, I reconnect with my former teacher and mentor, Laurence Caruana—visionary artist, esotericist, and founder of the Vienna Academy of Visionary Art. We explore his artistic journey under the tutelage of Ernst Fuchs, dive deep into the heart of Gnosticism, and discuss the alchemical process of merging art with mysticism. Join us as we uncover the transformative potential of visionary art, its power to awaken higher conscio...
Visit inspirationalchemy.com to learn more about the Inspiration Alchemy online course. In this episode, I dive into a pivotal moment from 2014 when Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way became the turning point in my life. At 21, I was stuck in my parents’ basement, my art had hit a dead end, and I was trapped in a toxic relationship that drained my spirit. Feeling lost and desperate, I turned to The Artist’s Way as a last resort to reconnect with my creativity. Join me as I share the honest st...
In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, host Jake Kobrin holds a “cybernetic séance” with a digital AI version of Carl Jung, venturing into subjects related to creativity, self-discovery, and the subtle balance between productivity and play. Along the way, they unpack Jung’s key concepts—archetypes, the shadow, the collective unconscious, dreams, and individuation—while Jake shares personal experiences and Dr Jung shares his insights on overcoming self-criticism and stayi...
In this episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, we explore the intriguing premise set forth by Frank Herbert in his seminal novel Dune, where humanity, after a catastrophic dependence on “thinking machines,” vows to reclaim its intellectual sovereignty. We look at whether our modern digital dependency is undermining our cognitive abilities, creativity, and depth of thought. Drawing parallels with historical intellects like Bach, Beethoven, Darwin, and Einstein, who achieved great...
In this week’s episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, we continue our groundbreaking series, Cybernetic Séances, by summoning a digital recreation of one of the most controversial and influential occult figures of all time—Aleister Crowley. Using ChatGPT to approximate his mind (entrained through his books and writings) and ElevenLabs’ cutting-edge voice simulation technology to revive what we imagine might have been his distinctive voice (though few audio recordings exis...
In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, we explore The Kybalion, one of the most influential yet controversial works in occult literature. Join me as we uncover its significance, the mystery surrounding its authorship, and its deep connections to Hermeticism. We’ll explore the seven Hermetic principles—Mentalism, Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Cause and Effect, and Gender—and discuss how these foundational concepts underpin the Hermetic tradition. Discover t...
In this illuminating episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, we dive deep into the philosophy and practice of Thelema with renowned psychologist and Thelemic teacher, Dr. David Shoemaker. Thelema, a spiritual tradition established by Aleister Crowley, centers on discovering and aligning with one’s True Will—the deepest expression of your essential nature and purpose. Dr. Shoemaker unpacks key concepts such as individual liberty, the interplay between personal and universal will, ...
In this intimate episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, I share my personal story of transformation and growth—from a challenging adolescence to finding my purpose through art, magick, and inner exploration. This journey includes pivotal experiences with visionary mentors, peak psychedelic moments, and profound insights into self-realization. Through stories of resilience and inspiration, I explore how embracing our true path can unlock a life of meaning, impact, and connection ...
In this special panel episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, I sat down with visionary artists Luke Brown, Shannon Miguela, Izzy Ivy, and Gage Kelsey during the Painting in Paradise Retreat in Bali. Together, we explore what it really takes to build a sustainable life as a professional artist, sharing personal stories, insights, and hard-won advice on navigating the creative journey. From early experiences of selling artwork to balancing creativity with business and spirituality...
In this episode of the Creativity and Consciousness podcast, I sit down with visionary artist Luke Brown during our Painting in Paradise Retreat in Bali. Luke shares his journey of trusting in life’s flow, connecting with source intelligence, and navigating the highs and lows of a creative life. We explore his profound connection to art as a spiritual practice, the role psychedelics have played in his healing and transformation, and the importance of following your soul’s calling. From the ch...
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about one of the most transformative rituals of my magical journey. On 11/11/2021, I performed a powerful ceremony blending ritual magick with a substantial dose of psilocybin, to invoke the Holy Guardian Angel—a being representing the highest expression of my true self. Beyond simply sharing the experience, I also share precautions and potential misuses of combining magick and psychedelics. While these tools can offer profound insights, they must be...
In this engaging conversation, Carl Abrahamsson shares his insights on the intersection of creativity, consciousness, and magic. He discusses his journey as an artist and occult explorer, emphasizing the importance of synchronicity, personal empowerment, and the acknowledgment of ancestors. Carl also dives into the definitions of magic, the need for transcendence, and the cultural fears surrounding occultism. He concludes with practical advice for those interested in exploring their own magic...
In this week’s episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, I introduce a groundbreaking new series, Cybernetic Séances, with a digital recreation of the legendary Terence McKenna. In this series, I engage with AI-powered simulations of some of my most beloved and influential philosophers, spiritual leaders, artists, and thinkers, whose wisdom continues to inspire beyond their lifetimes. In this debut episode, I sit down with the digitally recreated voice and mind of Terence McKenna t...
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